The Parliament of Fiji was re-established in 2014, after the adoption of a new Constitution in 2013 and elections in September 2014. UNDP has provided institutional support to the Parliament since 2013. Over two previous phases of work, the Fiji Parliamentary Support Project (FPSP) provided technical assistance, capacity development and infrastructure to the Parliament, its staff and MPs, that reflect international good practices for a modern, democratic and effective parliament. This included a particular focus on supporting Fiji’s Parliament to strengthen the effectiveness of law-making, oversight, and representation, including connecting the Parliament to citizens through robust public outreach activities.

The third phase of the FPSP deepens this capacity development assistance, in alignment with the priorities expressed by the institution and its leadership, including by strengthening effective legislative processes and the oversight of public policies and spending. Parliament’s Standing Committees will be further supported to expand their legislative and oversight work, building on existing processes and mechanisms. Capacity development will also be offered to consolidate the partnership between Parliament and civil society, in order for the latter to bolster its capacity to contribute to the work of parliamentary committees as an active and constructive partner.

The Project will continue to support the institutionalisation of good practices, including modernising Parliament through digital transformation and improved business continuity. A change management process will also be supported within the institution to ensure the Parliament continues its positive trajectory and achieves its strategic objectives. The proposed timeframe for support is four years from January 2022 – December 2025. This allows for seamless support throughout the current and next Parliament terms.